Christoph Sapp

Christoph Sapp is a Lecturer in Perception Psychology/Training at the Institute for Music and Media of the Robert Schumann University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf. His academic background spans sound and image technology, philosophy, media studies, and communication sciences, with guest studies in psychology, sociology, and German studies.

His research focuses on the intersection of spatial hearing, audiovisual technology, and artistic expression. He explores how media can make abstract concepts accessible, integrating philosophical frameworks (thought experiments, authenticity), psychological insights on perception, and communication theories to connect subjectivity, creativity, and media design.

He emphasizes teaching reflective approaches to perception as a foundation for artistic engagement with music and media. His work includes conceptualizing and producing formats that bridge aesthetics, education, and technology, aiming to develop an "art of living" grounded in musical principles.

• Scientific Award: Communicator Prize for Science Communication (as member of denXte project).